In today's entertainment report, we cover the BAD reviews on Rampage, but also the GREAT acting of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. Jason Momoa posts picture from "Aquaman" and "Frontier"...whew doing multiple productions at the same time... We mention CBS' Lineup for Friday Nights; with the success and continuous #1 rating of MacGyver, Hawaii Five-0 and Blue Bloods; will they keep what is working on the books? Will Season 9 of Hawaii Five-0 happen? &nb...More >>

In today's entertainment report, we cover the BAD reviews on Rampage, but also the GREAT acting of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. Jason Momoa posts picture from "Aquaman" and "Frontier"...whew doing multiple productions at the same time... We mention CBS' Lineup for Friday Nights; with the success and continuous #1 rating of MacGyver, Hawaii Five-0 and Blue Bloods; will they keep what is working on the books? Will Season 9 of Hawaii Five-0 happen? &nb...More >>

Entertainment News for 10 April 2018 This morning we recap the shows "The Voice" which ends the Knockout rounds and "Rise" (both on KHNL) which stars Aulii Cravahlo! Some rarely seen footage from "The Voice" featuring Kelly Clarkson who is the newest Judge. We're getting you ready for the LIVE rounds next week. Watch Past Episodes and watch our Recaps! hawaiinewsnow.com/thevoice Aulii Cravahlo plays the role of Lilette Suarez who is ...

Entertainment News for 10 April 2018 This morning we recap the shows "The Voice" which ends the Knockout rounds and "Rise" (both on KHNL) which stars Aulii Cravahlo! Some rarely seen footage from "The Voice" featuring Kelly Clarkson who is the newest Judge. We're getting you ready for the LIVE rounds next week. Watch Past Episodes and watch our Recaps! hawaiinewsnow.com/thevoice Aulii Cravahlo plays the role of Lilette Suarez who is ...

We look at local entertainment from Kolohe Kai to Melveen Leed and the recap on "The Voice" last night! Na Hoku Hanohano Award Winners Kolohe Kai have a new album on the way. Lead singer Roman De Peralta gave an acoustic preview of the brand new single dropping this morning. He posted up on the Kolohe Kai Official FB page yesterday: "BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! NEW KOLOHE KAI SONG HITS RADIO TOMORROW! AVAILABLE EVERYWHERE ON FRIDAY 3/30! Live Announcement! Live...More >>

We look at local entertainment from Kolohe Kai to Melveen Leed and the recap on "The Voice" last night! Na Hoku Hanohano Award Winners Kolohe Kai have a new album on the way. Lead singer Roman De Peralta gave an acoustic preview of the brand new single dropping this morning. He posted up on the Kolohe Kai Official FB page yesterday: "BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! NEW KOLOHE KAI SONG HITS RADIO TOMORROW! AVAILABLE EVERYWHERE ON FRIDAY 3/30! Live Announcement! Live...More >>

Comedian and Actor Tom Arnold joined Billy V on the couch of Hawaii News Now - Sunrise this morning; Arnold has one show tonight on the Island of Maui. He will be at the "Dirty Monkey" in Lahaina! Billy V and Tom Arnold were in separate shows of Baywatch Hawaii, but were on the same episode of Season 3 of the current Hawaii Five-0. Arnold talked about his experiences on both shows, how much he loves working and vacationing in Hawaii with his family. He also jok...More >>

Comedian and Actor Tom Arnold joined Billy V on the couch of Hawaii News Now - Sunrise this morning; Arnold has one show tonight on the Island of Maui. He will be at the "Dirty Monkey" in Lahaina! Billy V and Tom Arnold were in separate shows of Baywatch Hawaii, but were on the same episode of Season 3 of the current Hawaii Five-0. Arnold talked about his experiences on both shows, how much he loves working and vacationing in Hawaii with his family. He also jok...More >>

You'll head to a high school in small town America.It will be fueled by football and theatre, but there are all kinds of twists and turns. Tonight you'll meet the characters and the NEW teacher in the classroom. But the drama begins as soon as he walks on the set. Aulii plays Lillette Suarez; you'll find out...

You'll head to a high school in small town America.It will be fueled by football and theatre, but there are all kinds of twists and turns. Tonight you'll meet the characters and the NEW teacher in the classroom. But the drama begins as soon as he walks on the set. Aulii plays Lillette Suarez; you'll find out...

More information being released on music's biggest night: Lady Gaga will take the stage at the 60th Grammy awards. Performers will also include Childish Gambino and Little Big Town. The Grammys will be broadcast live from New York City on KGMB Sunday, January 28th at 230 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. Entertainment Weekly reports there's another new face on Hawaii Five-0. Christine Ko plays the role of Jessie, someone that Adam (played by Ian Anthony Dale) recruits to help him with his new...More >>

More information being released on music's biggest night: Lady Gaga will take the stage at the 60th Grammy awards. Performers will also include Childish Gambino and Little Big Town. The Grammys will be broadcast live from New York City on KGMB Sunday, January 28th at 230 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. Entertainment Weekly reports there's another new face on Hawaii Five-0. Christine Ko plays the role of Jessie, someone that Adam (played by Ian Anthony Dale) recruits to help him with his new...More >>

Tickets go on sale tomorrow for The Coachella Music Festival. Headliners for this year's massive event have been announced. Last year's no show...Beyonce....because she was pregnant.....is coming this year. Rapper Eminem will be making his first appearance at the festival. Other performers include the Weekend, Cardi B, Migos and more. The multi-day concert is set to run April 13-15 and again April 20-22. Speaking of Cardi B....the #1 Trending video this morning on YouTube is fr...

Tickets go on sale tomorrow for The Coachella Music Festival. Headliners for this year's massive event have been announced. Last year's no show...Beyonce....because she was pregnant.....is coming this year. Rapper Eminem will be making his first appearance at the festival. Other performers include the Weekend, Cardi B, Migos and more. The multi-day concert is set to run April 13-15 and again April 20-22. Speaking of Cardi B....the #1 Trending video this morning on YouTube is fr...

Time for a nursery 'Fixer Upper'! Hosts of the popular tv show "Fixer Upper", Chip and Joanna Gaines. They announced on Instagram that they will be expecting their fifth child yesterday. Daddy Chip is ecstatic, saying that back in "We had four babies right before the show started (in 2013), and then we've had zero babies since the show started." Joanna said, "Family is the most important thing in the world." Paris Hilton is engage...

Time for a nursery 'Fixer Upper'! Hosts of the popular tv show "Fixer Upper", Chip and Joanna Gaines. They announced on Instagram that they will be expecting their fifth child yesterday. Daddy Chip is ecstatic, saying that back in "We had four babies right before the show started (in 2013), and then we've had zero babies since the show started." Joanna said, "Family is the most important thing in the world." Paris Hilton is engage...

Singer, songwriter and actor James Marsters has played many a bad guy in his career but first found international fame playing the platinum-blond, punk-goth, Brit vampire ‘Spike' in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and the equally popular spin-off, Angel. He also played ‘Brainiac' in TV’s Smallville and has had roles...

Singer, songwriter and actor James Marsters has played many a bad guy in his career but first found international fame playing the platinum-blond, punk-goth, Brit vampire ‘Spike' in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and the equally popular spin-off, Angel. He also played ‘Brainiac' in TV’s Smallville and has had roles...

Hawaii 5-O is returning to Sunset on the Beach in Waikiki on Friday, November 10, 2017. Festivities begin at 6 pm. Executive producer Peter Lenkov and co-executive producer Bryan Spicer appeared on Sunrise to talk about it. Lenkov said that this one will be dedicated to all U.S. veterans since it is the day that Veterans Day will be observed.

Hawaii 5-O is returning to Sunset on the Beach in Waikiki on Friday, November 10, 2017. Festivities begin at 6 pm. Executive producer Peter Lenkov and co-executive producer Bryan Spicer appeared on Sunrise to talk about it. Lenkov said that this one will be dedicated to all U.S. veterans since it is the day that Veterans Day will be observed.

Aulii Cravalho just announced that Disney's "Moana" will be re-made in the Hawaiian language! Beyonce will roar onto the big screen in Disney's newest adaptation of "The Lion King." Kimie Miner's new CD "Proud as the Sun" comes out Friday.More >>

Aulii Cravalho just announced that Disney's "Moana" will be re-made in the Hawaiian language! Beyonce will roar onto the big screen in Disney's newest adaptation of "The Lion King." Kimie Miner's new CD "Proud as the Sun" comes out Friday.More >>

Coming up tomorrow at the Waikiki Shell, it's a tribute concert called the "Boz Bash". It's a free event. There will be concessions but no coolers and no alcohol. The event will pay tribute to Roland Cazimero, Mahi Beamer, Martin Pahinui, Eddie Kamae, Palani Vaughan and John Kuamo'o. Lots of entertainers...

Coming up tomorrow at the Waikiki Shell, it's a tribute concert called the "Boz Bash". It's a free event. There will be concessions but no coolers and no alcohol. The event will pay tribute to Roland Cazimero, Mahi Beamer, Martin Pahinui, Eddie Kamae, Palani Vaughan and John Kuamo'o. Lots of entertainers...

Coming up tonight on KHNL, it's American Ninja Warrior and there will be Hawaii representation. Kapu Gaison from Kane'ohe is going to be on the show competing. He is no stranger to the competition; he was in the Vegas National Finals this past July. Gaison is a 2003 graduate of the Kamehameha Schools....

Coming up tonight on KHNL, it's American Ninja Warrior and there will be Hawaii representation. Kapu Gaison from Kane'ohe is going to be on the show competing. He is no stranger to the competition; he was in the Vegas National Finals this past July. Gaison is a 2003 graduate of the Kamehameha Schools....

Yesterday we told you about Kevin Hart's challenge to his celeb friends on behalf of all those affected by the destruction of Hurricane Harvey. The Rock responded saying, "things like this has a way of bringing us together as a country. Regardless of race and politics, we all want to step up to the plate do everything we can to help out our brothers and sisters and families in need." He also had a personal message for the people of Houston. In his video, Th...More >>

Yesterday we told you about Kevin Hart's challenge to his celeb friends on behalf of all those affected by the destruction of Hurricane Harvey. The Rock responded saying, "things like this has a way of bringing us together as a country. Regardless of race and politics, we all want to step up to the plate do everything we can to help out our brothers and sisters and families in need." He also had a personal message for the people of Houston. In his video, Th...More >>

British rock band Coldplay had to cancel it's concert in Houston last week because of Hurricane Harvey. But they are sending their thoughts to the victims in a new song they performed in Miami last night called "Houston." Lead singer Chris Martin said they wrote the song because they all grew up loving...

British rock band Coldplay had to cancel it's concert in Houston last week because of Hurricane Harvey. But they are sending their thoughts to the victims in a new song they performed in Miami last night called "Houston." Lead singer Chris Martin said they wrote the song because they all grew up loving...

Comedian and actor Kevin Hart has the victims of Hurriance Harvey in his thoughts this morning. He issued a challenge to his celebrity friends. He posted a video saying: "I think we participate in a lot of challenges on the internet. Some meaningful, come meaningless, but we've all done them. I've been...

Comedian and actor Kevin Hart has the victims of Hurriance Harvey in his thoughts this morning. He issued a challenge to his celebrity friends. He posted a video saying: "I think we participate in a lot of challenges on the internet. Some meaningful, come meaningless, but we've all done them. I've been...

Big gig for Demi Lovato in Las Vegas this weekend. The "Sorry Not Sorry" singer will sing the National Anthem at the Mayweather Vs. McGregor Boxing Match on Saturday. SHOWTIME made the announcement yesterday. But Lovato is no stranger to singing the patriotic tune or the big crowds. Among the places...

Big gig for Demi Lovato in Las Vegas this weekend. The "Sorry Not Sorry" singer will sing the National Anthem at the Mayweather Vs. McGregor Boxing Match on Saturday. SHOWTIME made the announcement yesterday. But Lovato is no stranger to singing the patriotic tune or the big crowds. Among the places...

Dwayne "The Rock Johnson" is getting serious and is sharing his thoughts on the violence in Charlottsville. In a video he posted, Johnson says "To the two state troopers who lost their lives in Sharlotsville, Jake Cullen, and Berke Bates, civilian, Heather Heyer, my heart, prayers, strength go out to your families...

Dwayne "The Rock Johnson" is getting serious and is sharing his thoughts on the violence in Charlottsville. In a video he posted, Johnson says "To the two state troopers who lost their lives in Sharlotsville, Jake Cullen, and Berke Bates, civilian, Heather Heyer, my heart, prayers, strength go out to your families...

The Mele & Mo'olelo A Kanilea Intimate Concert Series happens in Kane'ohe. They've had some wonderful performances there recently with Jerry Santos and Uncle Willie K. The next one coming up features Pomaika'i Lyman on August 30th Doors open at 6:00 pm with music starting at 6:30 pm. Limited seating...

The Mele & Mo'olelo A Kanilea Intimate Concert Series happens in Kane'ohe. They've had some wonderful performances there recently with Jerry Santos and Uncle Willie K. The next one coming up features Pomaika'i Lyman on August 30th Doors open at 6:00 pm with music starting at 6:30 pm. Limited seating...

Get ready for a new release from Angela, Nalani and Lehua! From the Na Leo Pilimehna Facebook page they post: "Back in the saddle and working on our next CD!! It always feels so comfortable when we're together!" Henry Kapono posted on his Facebook page - "Don Ho's wife, Haumea, dancing...

Get ready for a new release from Angela, Nalani and Lehua! From the Na Leo Pilimehna Facebook page they post: "Back in the saddle and working on our next CD!! It always feels so comfortable when we're together!" Henry Kapono posted on his Facebook page - "Don Ho's wife, Haumea, dancing...

Comedian Jimmy Fallon is usually cracking jokes. But he got serious Monday night speaking from the heart about the deadly violence in Charlottesville. Appearing to hold back tears, he called The President's delayed reaction a tragedy; and wondered how he would explain racism to his young daughters...

Comedian Jimmy Fallon is usually cracking jokes. But he got serious Monday night speaking from the heart about the deadly violence in Charlottesville. Appearing to hold back tears, he called The President's delayed reaction a tragedy; and wondered how he would explain racism to his young daughters...

Hawaii Five O executive producer Peter Lenkov is giving little teasers on Instagram, ahead of next month's new season. We see H50's favorite British agent, Harry Langford, played by Chris Vance, is back. In a clip where there is the usual McG-Danno bromance, Harry Langford says something that catches...

Hawaii Five O executive producer Peter Lenkov is giving little teasers on Instagram, ahead of next month's new season. We see H50's favorite British agent, Harry Langford, played by Chris Vance, is back. In a clip where there is the usual McG-Danno bromance, Harry Langford says something that catches...

We've been telling you about the Taylor Swift Case in which a former radio DJ allegedly groped her before a concert in 2013. Swift says former radio host David Mueller's inappropriate touching was "intentional." On the witness stand yesterday, she described it as quote "horrifying and shocking"; however...

We've been telling you about the Taylor Swift Case in which a former radio DJ allegedly groped her before a concert in 2013. Swift says former radio host David Mueller's inappropriate touching was "intentional." On the witness stand yesterday, she described it as quote "horrifying and shocking"; however...

Chris Pratt, who was just in Hawaii filming the sequel to 'Jurassic World', has announced he and his wife are legally separating. Pratt says he and Anna Faris tried to stay together, but it's not working out. He's asking for privacy going forward. The actor and his wife have a son together, Jack who turns five...

Chris Pratt, who was just in Hawaii filming the sequel to 'Jurassic World', has announced he and his wife are legally separating. Pratt says he and Anna Faris tried to stay together, but it's not working out. He's asking for privacy going forward. The actor and his wife have a son together, Jack who turns five...

Regina Belle is an American singer-songwriter from Englewood, New Jersey. At a young age she began performing at Englewood's Mount Calvary Baptist Church and was introduced to the Manhattans by New York radio DJ Vaughn Harper and began working as their opening act.

Regina Belle is an American singer-songwriter from Englewood, New Jersey. At a young age she began performing at Englewood's Mount Calvary Baptist Church and was introduced to the Manhattans by New York radio DJ Vaughn Harper and began working as their opening act.

Rapper Macklemore is OK this morning after being involved in a head-on crash. It happened Friday near Seattle. Police says a man driving a pickup truck crossed the center line -- and slammed into Macklemore's Mercedes. The rapper was not hurt, but two of his passengers were injured by flying glass...

Rapper Macklemore is OK this morning after being involved in a head-on crash. It happened Friday near Seattle. Police says a man driving a pickup truck crossed the center line -- and slammed into Macklemore's Mercedes. The rapper was not hurt, but two of his passengers were injured by flying glass...

Carol Burnett has been a guest on Hawaii Five-0, playing Steve McGarrett's aunt. She loves Hawaii, and she still has it. The legendary actress and comedian, who hosted The Carol Burnett Show for 11 seasons starting in the late 1960s, will be back with a brand new series. She will launch on Netflix...

Carol Burnett has been a guest on Hawaii Five-0, playing Steve McGarrett's aunt. She loves Hawaii, and she still has it. The legendary actress and comedian, who hosted The Carol Burnett Show for 11 seasons starting in the late 1960s, will be back with a brand new series. She will launch on Netflix...

Actor and playwright Sam Shepard has died. The Pulitzer Prize winning author reportedly died from complications to ALS. A family spokesperson said he died peacefully yesterday with his family by his side. During his career he wrote 44 plays and several novels. He won the Pulitzer Prize in 1979 for the play...

Actor and playwright Sam Shepard has died. The Pulitzer Prize winning author reportedly died from complications to ALS. A family spokesperson said he died peacefully yesterday with his family by his side. During his career he wrote 44 plays and several novels. He won the Pulitzer Prize in 1979 for the play...

Sean Spicer is currently being courted by a number of TV news channels. Page Six reported Wednesday that Spicer has "been seen coming out of high-level meetings at ABC, NBC, CBS and Fox News in Manhattan." That ABC one was, supposedly, was for "Dancing With the Stars" Now we know why...

Sean Spicer is currently being courted by a number of TV news channels. Page Six reported Wednesday that Spicer has "been seen coming out of high-level meetings at ABC, NBC, CBS and Fox News in Manhattan." That ABC one was, supposedly, was for "Dancing With the Stars" Now we know why...

Last night on KHNL it was the show American Ninja Warriors. There were three local boys that were competing. Flight attendant from Honolulu Grant McCartney, Kapu Gaison from Kaneohe, who is Blaine Gaison's son, Blaine was all star at Kamehameha and UH and his sister was Miss Hawaii 2006...

Last night on KHNL it was the show American Ninja Warriors. There were three local boys that were competing. Flight attendant from Honolulu Grant McCartney, Kapu Gaison from Kaneohe, who is Blaine Gaison's son, Blaine was all star at Kamehameha and UH and his sister was Miss Hawaii 2006...

The historical drama 'Dunkirk' soared to first place at the global box office. Christopher Nolan's latest film beat expectations by making $50.5 million in North America. On top of that, the World War II epic is bringing in $55.4 million overseas, for a global debut of $105.9 million. Meanwhile, Wonder Woman...

The historical drama 'Dunkirk' soared to first place at the global box office. Christopher Nolan's latest film beat expectations by making $50.5 million in North America. On top of that, the World War II epic is bringing in $55.4 million overseas, for a global debut of $105.9 million. Meanwhile, Wonder Woman...

Music lovers and Linkin Park fans are mourning front-man Chester Bennington this morning. He was found in his Los Angeles home - dead from an apparent suicide Thursday morning. In a tweet - bandmate Mike Shinoda said he was, quote, "shocked and heartbroken" by the news. Bennington was...

Music lovers and Linkin Park fans are mourning front-man Chester Bennington this morning. He was found in his Los Angeles home - dead from an apparent suicide Thursday morning. In a tweet - bandmate Mike Shinoda said he was, quote, "shocked and heartbroken" by the news. Bennington was...

Hawaii Five-0 has signed *three new actors for the upcoming season. The first is a familiar face. Ian Anthony Dale has played Kono Kalakaua's husband in the past. And two new faces, Meaghan Rath and Beulah Koale, will also be joining the cast. This comes a few weeks after Daniel Dae Kim and Grace Park...

Hawaii Five-0 has signed *three new actors for the upcoming season. The first is a familiar face. Ian Anthony Dale has played Kono Kalakaua's husband in the past. And two new faces, Meaghan Rath and Beulah Koale, will also be joining the cast. This comes a few weeks after Daniel Dae Kim and Grace Park...

Cyril Pahinui's shared a post from his FB Page that says, "Christmas is our favorite time of year and today we celebrated Christmas in July! Mahalo nui to Luana Maitland for coming by with sculptor Kim Duffet to give us this wonderful gift. We will treasure it and Outrigger's support to make our dream...

Cyril Pahinui's shared a post from his FB Page that says, "Christmas is our favorite time of year and today we celebrated Christmas in July! Mahalo nui to Luana Maitland for coming by with sculptor Kim Duffet to give us this wonderful gift. We will treasure it and Outrigger's support to make our dream...

Sake is growing in popularity thanks to events like the "Joy of Sake." Numerous varieties will be up for sampling at the annual event. Mari Taketa, a spokesperson for the event, alongside Chef Kelly Degala with Basalt restaurant stopped by to preview the celebration of the Japanese rice wines. The event will be held on August 4 at the Hawaii Convention Center. Tickets are $95 per person in advance, $105 at the door. For more information, click here. Copyright...More >>

Sake is growing in popularity thanks to events like the "Joy of Sake." Numerous varieties will be up for sampling at the annual event. Mari Taketa, a spokesperson for the event, alongside Chef Kelly Degala with Basalt restaurant stopped by to preview the celebration of the Japanese rice wines. The event will be held on August 4 at the Hawaii Convention Center. Tickets are $95 per person in advance, $105 at the door. For more information, click here. Copyright...More >>

The Rock's stunt double is getting a lot of attention this morning. And if you think the two look alike, you're not seeing things - they're actually cousins. This is Tanoai Reed. Reed is from Kahuku and played football for the Red Raiders and UH. While he was at Kahuku, his teammate...

The Rock's stunt double is getting a lot of attention this morning. And if you think the two look alike, you're not seeing things - they're actually cousins. This is Tanoai Reed. Reed is from Kahuku and played football for the Red Raiders and UH. While he was at Kahuku, his teammate...

Hawaii Five-O star Daniel Dae Kim is discussing his departure from the show for the first time today. In a post on social media, he said "the path to equality is rarely easy" and confirmed the news that he was not able to agree on a new contract with CBS. He did not go into details on that.But he did thank...

Hawaii Five-O star Daniel Dae Kim is discussing his departure from the show for the first time today. In a post on social media, he said "the path to equality is rarely easy" and confirmed the news that he was not able to agree on a new contract with CBS. He did not go into details on that.But he did thank...

It's not just the pay disparity bothering some Hawaii Five-0 critics. Daniel Dae Kim and Grace Park are reportedly leaving because their salaries aren't equal with the other stars. Their departures have also triggered complaints about a perceived lack of racial diversity on the show. CBS didn't respond, but last week...

It's not just the pay disparity bothering some Hawaii Five-0 critics. Daniel Dae Kim and Grace Park are reportedly leaving because their salaries aren't equal with the other stars. Their departures have also triggered complaints about a perceived lack of racial diversity on the show. CBS didn't respond, but last week...

E! Entertainment co-host Maria Menounos is stepping down after revealing she was diagnosed with a brain tumor. The 39-year-old says doctors were able to take out nearly one-hundred percent of the benign golf ball-sized tumor earlier this year. She's leaving the network so she can quote: "be still" and...

E! Entertainment co-host Maria Menounos is stepping down after revealing she was diagnosed with a brain tumor. The 39-year-old says doctors were able to take out nearly one-hundred percent of the benign golf ball-sized tumor earlier this year. She's leaving the network so she can quote: "be still" and...

The Manhattan Transfer is performing at Blue Note Hawaii. They're calling it its "45th Anniversary Celebration". The original members of the group started performing in 1969 according to Wikipedia. The group of 4 have earned 10 Grammy awards and been inducted in the Vocal Group Hall of fame. They perform a combination of jazz and pop fusion. They had a preview performance on Sunrise. The group will perform June 29 - July 2, 2017 at Blue Note Hawaii.

The Manhattan Transfer is performing at Blue Note Hawaii. They're calling it its "45th Anniversary Celebration". The original members of the group started performing in 1969 according to Wikipedia. The group of 4 have earned 10 Grammy awards and been inducted in the Vocal Group Hall of fame. They perform a combination of jazz and pop fusion. They had a preview performance on Sunrise. The group will perform June 29 - July 2, 2017 at Blue Note Hawaii.

Hollywood A-Lister Chris Pratt took time away from chasing dinosaurs - or getting chased by them - for a sweet birthday surprise. It happened right here in Hawaii. Some keiki were spotted singing 'Happy Birthday' to the actor, who turned 38 last Wednesday. He's on Oahu filming...

Hollywood A-Lister Chris Pratt took time away from chasing dinosaurs - or getting chased by them - for a sweet birthday surprise. It happened right here in Hawaii. Some keiki were spotted singing 'Happy Birthday' to the actor, who turned 38 last Wednesday. He's on Oahu filming...

Cyril Pahinui's family is talking about moving him out of the ICU and into an out-patient facility. The slack key master is still recovering from a serious illness. But according to a Facebook post, he's been getting better. In the post, Pahinui thanks everyone for their support. He also called his father Gabby's...

Cyril Pahinui's family is talking about moving him out of the ICU and into an out-patient facility. The slack key master is still recovering from a serious illness. But according to a Facebook post, he's been getting better. In the post, Pahinui thanks everyone for their support. He also called his father Gabby's...

The Obamas went from Hawaii last week to vacationing in Indonesia this week. The former first family was seen Monday river rafting on the Ayung River on the resort island of Bali. Reporters got photos of Mister Obama with Michelle, and their daughters, Sasha and Malia. Mister Obama used to live there...

The Obamas went from Hawaii last week to vacationing in Indonesia this week. The former first family was seen Monday river rafting on the Ayung River on the resort island of Bali. Reporters got photos of Mister Obama with Michelle, and their daughters, Sasha and Malia. Mister Obama used to live there...

Stephen Colbert for US President? It's a possibility. It's an announcement he made while on Russian TV on Evening Urgant, a popular late-night show. They played a game called Russian Roulette where you make a toast and take a shot. Colbert said after a few shots, "OK. I am here to announce...

Stephen Colbert for US President? It's a possibility. It's an announcement he made while on Russian TV on Evening Urgant, a popular late-night show. They played a game called Russian Roulette where you make a toast and take a shot. Colbert said after a few shots, "OK. I am here to announce...

It didn't take long. The Han Solo - Star Wars spinoff has a new director - and it is Oscar Winning filmmaker Ron Howard. This is happening after the movies original directors were fired Tuesday while in the middle of production. They wanted to put in more humor and encouraged improvisation, something...

It didn't take long. The Han Solo - Star Wars spinoff has a new director - and it is Oscar Winning filmmaker Ron Howard. This is happening after the movies original directors were fired Tuesday while in the middle of production. They wanted to put in more humor and encouraged improvisation, something...

There's been a disturbance in the Force! The directors of the new Han Solo prequel "Star Wars" are leaving the film. Lucasfilm announced last night that Phil Lord and Christopher Miller are leaving the spinoff. Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy said in a statement: "Phil Lord and Christopher Miller...

There's been a disturbance in the Force! The directors of the new Han Solo prequel "Star Wars" are leaving the film. Lucasfilm announced last night that Phil Lord and Christopher Miller are leaving the spinoff. Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy said in a statement: "Phil Lord and Christopher Miller...

The price is right for a Kahuku girl. Olivina Avea appeared on the game show wearing her Kahuku High Basketball Shirt with pride! She was so excited to be on the show yesterday-- that she cried. She took on the Hollywood game show's "Punch a Bunch" segment. That's where you punch a different slot...

The price is right for a Kahuku girl. Olivina Avea appeared on the game show wearing her Kahuku High Basketball Shirt with pride! She was so excited to be on the show yesterday-- that she cried. She took on the Hollywood game show's "Punch a Bunch" segment. That's where you punch a different slot...

There was lots of entertainment after the official welcome home ceremonies for Hokule'a this past Saturday 'Moana' star Aulii Cravahlo got a standing ovation at the Hokule'a Ho'olaule'a as she entertained the crowd singing her hit song from the motion picture.

There was lots of entertainment after the official welcome home ceremonies for Hokule'a this past Saturday 'Moana' star Aulii Cravahlo got a standing ovation at the Hokule'a Ho'olaule'a as she entertained the crowd singing her hit song from the motion picture.

Watch out rockers: Watch what you do with your hand and your fingers. Gene Simmons is attempting to trademark the classic hand gesture of your thumb, pointer and pinky. The KISS lead singer filed the application with the United States Patent and Trade Mark Office. He says the horns hand movement...

Watch out rockers: Watch what you do with your hand and your fingers. Gene Simmons is attempting to trademark the classic hand gesture of your thumb, pointer and pinky. The KISS lead singer filed the application with the United States Patent and Trade Mark Office. He says the horns hand movement...

The list of the highest paid celebrities in the world is out. Topping the list - Sean Combs. Forbes magazine says P Diddy pulled 130 million last year. In second place - Beyonce earned a 105 million dollar paycheck. "Harry Potter" creator J.K. Rowling was third with 95 million. Also, two kama'aina...

The list of the highest paid celebrities in the world is out. Topping the list - Sean Combs. Forbes magazine says P Diddy pulled 130 million last year. In second place - Beyonce earned a 105 million dollar paycheck. "Harry Potter" creator J.K. Rowling was third with 95 million. Also, two kama'aina...

She suffered through an outer-space odyssey in "Passengers", but a real life scare in the air for Oscar winner Jennifer Lawrence over the weekend. Her private plane was forced to make an emergency landing in Buffalo Saturday. The actress was traveling from Louisville when one of the plane's engines failed...

She suffered through an outer-space odyssey in "Passengers", but a real life scare in the air for Oscar winner Jennifer Lawrence over the weekend. Her private plane was forced to make an emergency landing in Buffalo Saturday. The actress was traveling from Louisville when one of the plane's engines failed...

Here's your chance to be on the big screen! A casting call for the upcoming movie - "The Islands." Movie execs are hunting for a Native Hawaiian - for a big role. Last night - producers invited 60 people to audition to play King Kamehameha - at the Japanese Cultural Center. Some even dressing up...

Here's your chance to be on the big screen! A casting call for the upcoming movie - "The Islands." Movie execs are hunting for a Native Hawaiian - for a big role. Last night - producers invited 60 people to audition to play King Kamehameha - at the Japanese Cultural Center. Some even dressing up...

Late night talk show host James Corden returned home and is now taking the U.K. by storm - literally stopping London traffic to film scenes for his "Late Late Show". You can see he's dressed as everyone's favorite nanny "Mary Poppins" - singing songs from the classic. Cordon says he hopes he's...

Late night talk show host James Corden returned home and is now taking the U.K. by storm - literally stopping London traffic to film scenes for his "Late Late Show". You can see he's dressed as everyone's favorite nanny "Mary Poppins" - singing songs from the classic. Cordon says he hopes he's...

George and Amal Clooney have welcomed twins Ella and Alexander. Clooney's publicist Stan Rosenfield said both are "happy, healthy and doing fine." Rosenfield joked that "George is sedated and should recover in a few days."

George and Amal Clooney have welcomed twins Ella and Alexander. Clooney's publicist Stan Rosenfield said both are "happy, healthy and doing fine." Rosenfield joked that "George is sedated and should recover in a few days."

Finally, the box office numbers we were expecting for the summer season. Leading the charge: Wonder Woman! The superhero flick grossed $100.5 million across North American over the weekend. It was the biggest opening ever for a female director, Patty Jenkins. Overseas, Wonder Woman...

Finally, the box office numbers we were expecting for the summer season. Leading the charge: Wonder Woman! The superhero flick grossed $100.5 million across North American over the weekend. It was the biggest opening ever for a female director, Patty Jenkins. Overseas, Wonder Woman...

R&B singer Brandy has been hospitalized after losing consciousness shortly after boarding a Delta plane at LAX. The star - whose real name is Brandy Norwood was rushed to the hospital after airline officials reported an ill passenger about 7-am local time. She was "unconscious or almost unconscious"...

R&B singer Brandy has been hospitalized after losing consciousness shortly after boarding a Delta plane at LAX. The star - whose real name is Brandy Norwood was rushed to the hospital after airline officials reported an ill passenger about 7-am local time. She was "unconscious or almost unconscious"...

The new D-C Comics Blockbuster "Wonder Woman" is banned in Lebanon! Officials say it's because the lead actress, Gal Gadot, is an Israeli...who also served in the Israeli army. Lebanon is officially at war with Israel - although a ceasefire has been in effect since 2006. But, Lebanon continues to boycott...

The new D-C Comics Blockbuster "Wonder Woman" is banned in Lebanon! Officials say it's because the lead actress, Gal Gadot, is an Israeli...who also served in the Israeli army. Lebanon is officially at war with Israel - although a ceasefire has been in effect since 2006. But, Lebanon continues to boycott...

While Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales made $77million and came in No. 1 over the holiday weekend, the box office total is disappointing. Previous Pirates movies have made over $100 million in their opening weekends. Speaking of disappointments, Baywatch debuted in third...

While Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales made $77million and came in No. 1 over the holiday weekend, the box office total is disappointing. Previous Pirates movies have made over $100 million in their opening weekends. Speaking of disappointments, Baywatch debuted in third...

The Hawaiian music Industry remembers musician Martin Pahinui. He died Sunday in Waimanalo surrounded by his family. Saturday, June 10th is the annual King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade. It's the 101st year the annual parade is held in Honolulu. It will be televised on KFVE. Hawaii's own rising star Aulii Cravalho sang in honor of our veterans in Washington on Sunday. Copyright 2017 HawaiiNewsNow. All rights reserved. More >>

The Hawaiian music Industry remembers musician Martin Pahinui. He died Sunday in Waimanalo surrounded by his family. Saturday, June 10th is the annual King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade. It's the 101st year the annual parade is held in Honolulu. It will be televised on KFVE. Hawaii's own rising star Aulii Cravalho sang in honor of our veterans in Washington on Sunday. Copyright 2017 HawaiiNewsNow. All rights reserved. More >>

Wonder Woman is the most anticipated movie of summer 2017 — so much so, that it's outpacing where Captain America: Civil War was at this point last year. Online ticket-seller Fandango counted more than 10,000 votes from April 27 to May 19. Fans are asked to pick the one movie they were most...

Wonder Woman is the most anticipated movie of summer 2017 — so much so, that it's outpacing where Captain America: Civil War was at this point last year. Online ticket-seller Fandango counted more than 10,000 votes from April 27 to May 19. Fans are asked to pick the one movie they were most...

Season 12 of 'The Voice' has wrapped up with Chris Blue of Team Alicia taking the grand prize. The Top Gun sequel has been sitting idle on the deck for many years — but it's now ready for take-off. The upcoming movie "The Islands" is looking for someone to play "King Kamehameha" and the film producers say they are only looking for actors who have Native Hawaiian blood. More >>

Season 12 of 'The Voice' has wrapped up with Chris Blue of Team Alicia taking the grand prize. The Top Gun sequel has been sitting idle on the deck for many years — but it's now ready for take-off. The upcoming movie "The Islands" is looking for someone to play "King Kamehameha" and the film producers say they are only looking for actors who have Native Hawaiian blood. More >>

Waianae girl Nicole Scherzinger is on the road and posting on Instagram. From Las Vegas, Nevada; Nicole says "?? this girl @gwenstefani ...served with a side of @blakeshelton #billboards2017. Scherzinger posted the picture while backstage at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards. We are also hearing...

Waianae girl Nicole Scherzinger is on the road and posting on Instagram. From Las Vegas, Nevada; Nicole says "?? this girl @gwenstefani ...served with a side of @blakeshelton #billboards2017. Scherzinger posted the picture while backstage at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards. We are also hearing...

Yesterday Billy V emceed the 2017 Governor's Awards in the House Chambers over at the State Capitol. This is where Governor Ige honors the top State's Executive Branch Teams, Managers and Employees for their work for our state. Congratulations to STATE MANAGER OF THE YEAR Mark Patterson who is a corrections manager with the Department of Human Services, EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR Lowell Spencer who is a school custodian, Department of Education, and STATE TEAM OF THE YEAR: Th...More >>

Yesterday Billy V emceed the 2017 Governor's Awards in the House Chambers over at the State Capitol. This is where Governor Ige honors the top State's Executive Branch Teams, Managers and Employees for their work for our state. Congratulations to STATE MANAGER OF THE YEAR Mark Patterson who is a corrections manager with the Department of Human Services, EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR Lowell Spencer who is a school custodian, Department of Education, and STATE TEAM OF THE YEAR: Th...More >>

There is an new extended trailer for the new Spiderman movie, featuring Local boy and Damien grad, Jacob Batalon. 'Spiderman: Homecoming' is set to be released on July 7th. And more exciting news for Batalon. He's co-starring in the new film "The True Don Quixote." It began filming...

There is an new extended trailer for the new Spiderman movie, featuring Local boy and Damien grad, Jacob Batalon. 'Spiderman: Homecoming' is set to be released on July 7th. And more exciting news for Batalon. He's co-starring in the new film "The True Don Quixote." It began filming...

The 2017 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards takes place at the Hawaii Convention Center; it will be broadcast on K5 The Home Team and K5TheHomeTeam.com 2017 Na Hoku Hanohano Final Ballot Nominations Female Vocalist of the Year – Best performance by a female artist • AMY HANAIALI‘I, REMEMBERING NAPUA (Ua Records) • RA‘IATEA HELM, HE LEO HUALI, “A PURE VOICE” (Ra‘iatea Helm Records) • MAGGIE HERRON, BETWEEN THE MUSIC & THE MOON (Herron So...

The 2017 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards takes place at the Hawaii Convention Center; it will be broadcast on K5 The Home Team and K5TheHomeTeam.com 2017 Na Hoku Hanohano Final Ballot Nominations Female Vocalist of the Year – Best performance by a female artist • AMY HANAIALI‘I, REMEMBERING NAPUA (Ua Records) • RA‘IATEA HELM, HE LEO HUALI, “A PURE VOICE” (Ra‘iatea Helm Records) • MAGGIE HERRON, BETWEEN THE MUSIC & THE MOON (Herron So...

This morning we talked with Jennifer Lopez and Ray Liotta LIVE from New York; they are getting ready for Season 2 of "Shades of Blue" on NBC Television. Season 2 debuts this Sunday night on Hawaii News Now - KHNL. Harlee Santos (Jennifer Lopez) is a charismatic single mother and resourceful detective at the heart of a tight-knit crew of Brooklyn detectives, led by enigmatic Lt. Matt Wozniak (Ray Liotta) who often leads the team to step outside the limitations of the...More >>

This morning we talked with Jennifer Lopez and Ray Liotta LIVE from New York; they are getting ready for Season 2 of "Shades of Blue" on NBC Television. Season 2 debuts this Sunday night on Hawaii News Now - KHNL. Harlee Santos (Jennifer Lopez) is a charismatic single mother and resourceful detective at the heart of a tight-knit crew of Brooklyn detectives, led by enigmatic Lt. Matt Wozniak (Ray Liotta) who often leads the team to step outside the limitations of the...More >>

Komakakino is a Hawaiian music group that comes from the Hilo side of Hawaii Island; all are self taught musicians that have been playing together for about 3 years. They have released their second album and it is on the preliminary ballot of the Na Hoku Hanohano Awards for this year. There are original compositions from Komakakakino and Kumu Hula Paul K. Neves from Halau Ha'a Kea o Kinohi. Copyright 2017 Hawaii News Now. All Rights Reserved. More >>

Komakakino is a Hawaiian music group that comes from the Hilo side of Hawaii Island; all are self taught musicians that have been playing together for about 3 years. They have released their second album and it is on the preliminary ballot of the Na Hoku Hanohano Awards for this year. There are original compositions from Komakakakino and Kumu Hula Paul K. Neves from Halau Ha'a Kea o Kinohi. Copyright 2017 Hawaii News Now. All Rights Reserved. More >>

Oscars best picture winner 'Moonlight' is heading back to the theaters this weekend... including several big screens in Hawaii. Moonlight's distributor says about 15-hundred theaters will carry the film. It was originally released to only 11-hundred theaters. New this morning: the latest trailer for the upcoming Disney movie; "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales". Disney has also released graphics showing the next phase of gruesome...More >>

Oscars best picture winner 'Moonlight' is heading back to the theaters this weekend... including several big screens in Hawaii. Moonlight's distributor says about 15-hundred theaters will carry the film. It was originally released to only 11-hundred theaters. New this morning: the latest trailer for the upcoming Disney movie; "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales". Disney has also released graphics showing the next phase of gruesome...More >>

Lady Gaga rocked the Super Bowl, especially if you are one of her monsters; but some people were asking: Where was Tony Bennett? Tony was rumored to be a part of the half time show. Website mic.com mentioned that other than a pre-show introduction, Lady Gaga went solo. Tony Bennett said on Twitter: "@ladygaga I know your Super Bowl halftime show will be original, of the highest artistry and spectacular….just like you. Love, Tony" After h...More >>

Lady Gaga rocked the Super Bowl, especially if you are one of her monsters; but some people were asking: Where was Tony Bennett? Tony was rumored to be a part of the half time show. Website mic.com mentioned that other than a pre-show introduction, Lady Gaga went solo. Tony Bennett said on Twitter: "@ladygaga I know your Super Bowl halftime show will be original, of the highest artistry and spectacular….just like you. Love, Tony" After h...More >>

There may be a bigger smile when Garth Brooks heads to Hawaii in December...Brooks, who lost entertainer of the year at last year's Country Music Awards when he returned to music after a 13-year break, won the top prize at the show yesterday. Brooks will be performing with his wife Trisha Yearwood in Hawaii as part of the 75th Commemoration of the attack on Pearl Harbor. There will be four shows at the Blaisdell Arena on December 8th, 9th and 10th. On the heels of his new...More >>

There may be a bigger smile when Garth Brooks heads to Hawaii in December...Brooks, who lost entertainer of the year at last year's Country Music Awards when he returned to music after a 13-year break, won the top prize at the show yesterday. Brooks will be performing with his wife Trisha Yearwood in Hawaii as part of the 75th Commemoration of the attack on Pearl Harbor. There will be four shows at the Blaisdell Arena on December 8th, 9th and 10th. On the heels of his new...More >>

Celebrities are now tightening security following the Kim Kardashian robbery....including local girl Nicole Scherzinger and producer Simon Cowell. The pop star says the recent robbery of her friend Kim Kardashian is a quote "wake-up call for everyone."

Celebrities are now tightening security following the Kim Kardashian robbery....including local girl Nicole Scherzinger and producer Simon Cowell. The pop star says the recent robbery of her friend Kim Kardashian is a quote "wake-up call for everyone."

Amber Heard donated the $7-million-dollar divorce settlement she got from ex-hubby Johnny Depp to charity. The actress gave the money to 2 charities: the Children's Hospital of Los Angeles and the American Civil Liberties Union. The A-C-L-U will use its portion for efforts to stop violence. Heard had accused Depp of domestic abuse and got a restraining order against the actor in May. Today, former President Bill Clinton turns 70. No words on any plans o...More >>

Amber Heard donated the $7-million-dollar divorce settlement she got from ex-hubby Johnny Depp to charity. The actress gave the money to 2 charities: the Children's Hospital of Los Angeles and the American Civil Liberties Union. The A-C-L-U will use its portion for efforts to stop violence. Heard had accused Depp of domestic abuse and got a restraining order against the actor in May. Today, former President Bill Clinton turns 70. No words on any plans o...More >>

Have you been watching the Olympics? You're not alone. The International Olympic Committee estimates that about half the world's population will have watched the summer games, by the time it's done. That's about 3-point-7 billion people. And the IOC is estimating that 342 million people watched the opening ceremony. Blake Shelton is apologizing for posting a series of racist and homophobic tweets over the years. The country music star took to twitter Wednesday...More >>

Have you been watching the Olympics? You're not alone. The International Olympic Committee estimates that about half the world's population will have watched the summer games, by the time it's done. That's about 3-point-7 billion people. And the IOC is estimating that 342 million people watched the opening ceremony. Blake Shelton is apologizing for posting a series of racist and homophobic tweets over the years. The country music star took to twitter Wednesday...More >>

Our sister Pashyn Santos is at it again; we showed her new awesome pidgin video as she talks with her Aunty Siri. She is awesome, great video from her FB page; by the way those links she's looking at to register to vote is also on our website at HawaiiNewsNow.com... We also caught up with Jake Shimabukuro showing off the 5 ukulele he's repaired; he says, "Man - I sure hope I can finish repairing 100 Kamaka ukuleles by the end of the year! Wish me luck. This is a proj...

Our sister Pashyn Santos is at it again; we showed her new awesome pidgin video as she talks with her Aunty Siri. She is awesome, great video from her FB page; by the way those links she's looking at to register to vote is also on our website at HawaiiNewsNow.com... We also caught up with Jake Shimabukuro showing off the 5 ukulele he's repaired; he says, "Man - I sure hope I can finish repairing 100 Kamaka ukuleles by the end of the year! Wish me luck. This is a proj...

The Pokemon craze has hit one Olympic athlete really hard - in his wallet. Japanese Olympic athlete Kohei Uchimura blames Pokémon Go for a 5-thousand dollar bill in roaming charges. The artistic gymnast, who won gold at the 2012 Games in London and is the reigning world champion, said...

The Pokemon craze has hit one Olympic athlete really hard - in his wallet. Japanese Olympic athlete Kohei Uchimura blames Pokémon Go for a 5-thousand dollar bill in roaming charges. The artistic gymnast, who won gold at the 2012 Games in London and is the reigning world champion, said...

People in the entertainment industry are reacting to the Dallas police shooting. Actor Kevin Hart posted video comments on Instagram. Twitter lit up with comments. Singer Demi Lovato wrote "My heart hurts. God help us." Singer John Legend posted on Twitter "These Dallas shootings are horrific. Killing these officers is morally reprehensible and completely counterproductive to keeping us safe." You know actor George Takei from his fa...More >>

People in the entertainment industry are reacting to the Dallas police shooting. Actor Kevin Hart posted video comments on Instagram. Twitter lit up with comments. Singer Demi Lovato wrote "My heart hurts. God help us." Singer John Legend posted on Twitter "These Dallas shootings are horrific. Killing these officers is morally reprehensible and completely counterproductive to keeping us safe." You know actor George Takei from his fa...More >>

Legendary magician Criss Angel has a brand new stage show called MINDFREAK LIVE!, which opens on June 30th at the Luxor Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The new immersive spectacle - based on the wildly successful touring version, which performed to sell-out houses across the country and was hailed as the “Magic Experience of a Lifetime” - will replace the critically acclaimed CRISS ANGEL ...More >>

Legendary magician Criss Angel has a brand new stage show called MINDFREAK LIVE!, which opens on June 30th at the Luxor Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The new immersive spectacle - based on the wildly successful touring version, which performed to sell-out houses across the country and was hailed as the “Magic Experience of a Lifetime” - will replace the critically acclaimed CRISS ANGEL ...More >>

The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will be making an appearance at the Ala Moana Center on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 17th-18th-19th from 10am-9pm. The supercute cafe on wheels made its official debut at Hello Kitty Con in October 2014 and has been traveling cross country ever since...

The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will be making an appearance at the Ala Moana Center on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 17th-18th-19th from 10am-9pm. The supercute cafe on wheels made its official debut at Hello Kitty Con in October 2014 and has been traveling cross country ever since...

In today's entertainment news, Billy V had more details about some local entertainers, including Makana, The Green and Kuana Torres Kahele. He also had more details about a Father's Day music show at the Convention Center. Copyright 2016 Hawaii News Now. All rights reserved. More >>

In today's entertainment news, Billy V had more details about some local entertainers, including Makana, The Green and Kuana Torres Kahele. He also had more details about a Father's Day music show at the Convention Center. Copyright 2016 Hawaii News Now. All rights reserved. More >>

We know Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson likes to flex his muscles. He was doing just that in this photo he posted on Instagram. The star was carrying his own luggage. He joked that his travel tip as the "smartest and hardest working man in Hollywood" is to "travel light." He also said that the bag contained his Central Intelligence costar Kevin Hart. The actor obviously doesn't do anything small. The Rock continues to drop big ne...

We know Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson likes to flex his muscles. He was doing just that in this photo he posted on Instagram. The star was carrying his own luggage. He joked that his travel tip as the "smartest and hardest working man in Hollywood" is to "travel light." He also said that the bag contained his Central Intelligence costar Kevin Hart. The actor obviously doesn't do anything small. The Rock continues to drop big ne...

Relatives of Prince may inherit far less than they were expecting. Lawyers in the probate battle over the pop superstar's millions say there might not be much of Prince's estate left to fight over once the tax man gets done. An attorney overseeing Prince's estate told a judge half of the cash value of the estate...

Relatives of Prince may inherit far less than they were expecting. Lawyers in the probate battle over the pop superstar's millions say there might not be much of Prince's estate left to fight over once the tax man gets done. An attorney overseeing Prince's estate told a judge half of the cash value of the estate...

With the Na Hoku Hanohano Award just completed, lots are focusing on new releases for 2016. Jake announces on Facebook that a new release is in the works; he posted: "You're excited for Summer.... and now you have a reason to be excited for Fall. New album. Fall 2016." Picture of Keola Beamer and crew in Columbia where Keola Beamer has been on tour with his musical partner Jeff Peterson. Keola's wife also did a hula workshop in Bogota. They're lookin...More >>

With the Na Hoku Hanohano Award just completed, lots are focusing on new releases for 2016. Jake announces on Facebook that a new release is in the works; he posted: "You're excited for Summer.... and now you have a reason to be excited for Fall. New album. Fall 2016." Picture of Keola Beamer and crew in Columbia where Keola Beamer has been on tour with his musical partner Jeff Peterson. Keola's wife also did a hula workshop in Bogota. They're lookin...More >>

It's looks like it's getting crazy at Cats. Former Pussycat Dolls singer Nicole Scherzinger abruptly backed out of playing in Broadway's "Cats" because she wasn't being given top billing, according to a new report. Nicole starred in the musical in London's West End and reportedly demanded her name...

It's looks like it's getting crazy at Cats. Former Pussycat Dolls singer Nicole Scherzinger abruptly backed out of playing in Broadway's "Cats" because she wasn't being given top billing, according to a new report. Nicole starred in the musical in London's West End and reportedly demanded her name...

Check out the newest clip from HiSessions.com. It's Chad Takatsugi singing 'He Wehi No Pauahi'. Chad is a multiple final ballot nominee for this years' Na Hoku Hanohano Awards. The brand new HiSessions show can be seen on K5 which is on Friday nights from 5-7pm The Na Hoku Hanohano Awards will be this Saturday night starting with pre-show at 5:30pm HST on k5thehometeam.com ONLY Televised Na Hoku Hanohano Awards at 5:30pm HST; on K5 Television and k5th...

Check out the newest clip from HiSessions.com. It's Chad Takatsugi singing 'He Wehi No Pauahi'. Chad is a multiple final ballot nominee for this years' Na Hoku Hanohano Awards. The brand new HiSessions show can be seen on K5 which is on Friday nights from 5-7pm The Na Hoku Hanohano Awards will be this Saturday night starting with pre-show at 5:30pm HST on k5thehometeam.com ONLY Televised Na Hoku Hanohano Awards at 5:30pm HST; on K5 Television and k5th...

It was an emotional Saturday night for Hapa in Madison, Wisconsin. HAPA member Barry Flanagan said in a video he posted on FB: "December 10th 1967 Was a sad day for me as a 12 year old in New Jersey. It was Otis Redding's last concert and this is the lake, Lake Manona that his plane went down in. Such an honor tonight to be playing right on the lake. And we are going to make sure we sing a little." Barry Flanagan's post read "He was and still rem...More >>

It was an emotional Saturday night for Hapa in Madison, Wisconsin. HAPA member Barry Flanagan said in a video he posted on FB: "December 10th 1967 Was a sad day for me as a 12 year old in New Jersey. It was Otis Redding's last concert and this is the lake, Lake Manona that his plane went down in. Such an honor tonight to be playing right on the lake. And we are going to make sure we sing a little." Barry Flanagan's post read "He was and still rem...More >>

We send out our aloha to the family of Duane "Dog" Chapman; Duane's younger sister, Jolene Kay Martinez, 62, of Denver Colorado passed away due to complications from pneumonia; she was taken off life support Monday night. "Jolene was a very strong Christian, and I am absolutely positively sure she's in heaven right now," said a tearful Duane Chapman. "But in Hawaii we don't say 'goodbye,' we say 'Aloha Oe"; until we meet again. Jolene is...More >>

We send out our aloha to the family of Duane "Dog" Chapman; Duane's younger sister, Jolene Kay Martinez, 62, of Denver Colorado passed away due to complications from pneumonia; she was taken off life support Monday night. "Jolene was a very strong Christian, and I am absolutely positively sure she's in heaven right now," said a tearful Duane Chapman. "But in Hawaii we don't say 'goodbye,' we say 'Aloha Oe"; until we meet again. Jolene is...More >>

On this date in 1997, Hawaii girl Brooke Mahealani Lee was on the Miss Universe stage. Miss USA, a Kamehameha Schools graduate from Pearl City, is crowned Miss Universe. Brook Lee remains the only person from Hawaii to win the Miss Universe title, and no other Miss USA received the same crown until 15 years later. Usually we show pictures of entertainers, doing what they do best...entertaining. But today we are showing you a picture today of Na Hoku Hanohano Award winner ...More >>

On this date in 1997, Hawaii girl Brooke Mahealani Lee was on the Miss Universe stage. Miss USA, a Kamehameha Schools graduate from Pearl City, is crowned Miss Universe. Brook Lee remains the only person from Hawaii to win the Miss Universe title, and no other Miss USA received the same crown until 15 years later. Usually we show pictures of entertainers, doing what they do best...entertaining. But today we are showing you a picture today of Na Hoku Hanohano Award winner ...More >>

The life of surfer -- Rabbit Kekai is being celebrated. The last of the legendary Waikiki beachboys passed away this past Friday at the age of 95. Kekai learned from the great Duke Kahanamoku -- and traveled the world as an ambassador of Hawaii. He spent decades at Kuhio Beach -- teaching visitors about the ocean. But Rabbit was also a surf star -- winning international competitions. And the...More >>

The life of surfer -- Rabbit Kekai is being celebrated. The last of the legendary Waikiki beachboys passed away this past Friday at the age of 95. Kekai learned from the great Duke Kahanamoku -- and traveled the world as an ambassador of Hawaii. He spent decades at Kuhio Beach -- teaching visitors about the ocean. But Rabbit was also a surf star -- winning international competitions. And the...More >>

After 33 years on the air -- Larry Price is leaving KSSK. His last day is May 15, that's this Sunday. Along with Michael W. Perry -- Price has been part of the number one MORNING radio show in Hawaii since the 1980s. Long before that -- he was UH's first head football coach as a Division One team, and later worked for Governor Ariyoshi. Michael stays on KSSK; "Coach" will still be on the air -- co-hosting a sports show on Saturdays, on FOX Sports 9-90...More >>

After 33 years on the air -- Larry Price is leaving KSSK. His last day is May 15, that's this Sunday. Along with Michael W. Perry -- Price has been part of the number one MORNING radio show in Hawaii since the 1980s. Long before that -- he was UH's first head football coach as a Division One team, and later worked for Governor Ariyoshi. Michael stays on KSSK; "Coach" will still be on the air -- co-hosting a sports show on Saturdays, on FOX Sports 9-90...More >>

Justin Bieber is not saying "Sorry" to his fans! The pop star says he will no longer take any more pictures with fans. The 22-year old made the announcement in an Instagram post yesterday. He said he feels 'like a zoo animal.' The post was reportedly inspired by an incident at a Boston sports bar. A family approached him, requested a photo, and when they were denied, they implied they deserved a photo because they bought his album. Sweet song ...More >>

Justin Bieber is not saying "Sorry" to his fans! The pop star says he will no longer take any more pictures with fans. The 22-year old made the announcement in an Instagram post yesterday. He said he feels 'like a zoo animal.' The post was reportedly inspired by an incident at a Boston sports bar. A family approached him, requested a photo, and when they were denied, they implied they deserved a photo because they bought his album. Sweet song ...More >>

The musical group "A Touch of Gold" broke out in song on Molokai this weekend after their Mother's Day show. Yes, they were at the airport; they were just having fun while they were waiting. We say Happy Birthday to Hawaii Recording Artist/Na Hoku Hanohano Award winner Fiji: He got a Happy Birthday shoutout from the group Kapena on Facebook; "I wanna wish my Braddah the King of Polynesian reggae music a very Happy Birthday!!!" Manoa DNA me...More >>

The musical group "A Touch of Gold" broke out in song on Molokai this weekend after their Mother's Day show. Yes, they were at the airport; they were just having fun while they were waiting. We say Happy Birthday to Hawaii Recording Artist/Na Hoku Hanohano Award winner Fiji: He got a Happy Birthday shoutout from the group Kapena on Facebook; "I wanna wish my Braddah the King of Polynesian reggae music a very Happy Birthday!!!" Manoa DNA me...More >>

Mega-hit recording artist Meghan Trainor couldn't wait to get her new music video online. But the pop star pulled it just hours after it hit the internet, claiming producers digitally altered her waist and made it appear slimmer. Right after the release the singer started seeing screen shots of her...

Mega-hit recording artist Meghan Trainor couldn't wait to get her new music video online. But the pop star pulled it just hours after it hit the internet, claiming producers digitally altered her waist and made it appear slimmer. Right after the release the singer started seeing screen shots of her...

Honolulu Designer Kini Zamora made it to the finale of the reality TV show Project Runway All Stars before coming in second in last night's show. He survived critical judging and elimination in Season 5 and went up against some of the most competitive designers in the nation. He's known for his stunning...

Honolulu Designer Kini Zamora made it to the finale of the reality TV show Project Runway All Stars before coming in second in last night's show. He survived critical judging and elimination in Season 5 and went up against some of the most competitive designers in the nation. He's known for his stunning...

Got this weeks Billy V Weekly Hawaiian Playlist on the blog. I put this together for people that are not sure what songs from Hawaii to listen to; so I've got my list that I put up weekly. I usually put 10 songs on it but added 17 this week because of "May Day" is coming up this weekend. Here in the islands it's very well known that "May Day is Lei Day in Hawaii"! So 15 of the 17 songs either have to do with flower lei or a song that has to ...More >>

Got this weeks Billy V Weekly Hawaiian Playlist on the blog. I put this together for people that are not sure what songs from Hawaii to listen to; so I've got my list that I put up weekly. I usually put 10 songs on it but added 17 this week because of "May Day" is coming up this weekend. Here in the islands it's very well known that "May Day is Lei Day in Hawaii"! So 15 of the 17 songs either have to do with flower lei or a song that has to ...More >>

People Magazine has crowned actress Jennifer Aniston as People's "Most Beautiful Woman in the World." The 47-year old "Friends" star is on the cover of the magazine's 26th annual issue, due on newsstands this Friday. This is not the first time she has held the title. She previously graced the cover in 2004 at the age of 35. Local girl Nicole Scherzinger denies recent reports that she split from tennis ace Grigor Dimitrov. The Sun tabloid re...More >>

People Magazine has crowned actress Jennifer Aniston as People's "Most Beautiful Woman in the World." The 47-year old "Friends" star is on the cover of the magazine's 26th annual issue, due on newsstands this Friday. This is not the first time she has held the title. She previously graced the cover in 2004 at the age of 35. Local girl Nicole Scherzinger denies recent reports that she split from tennis ace Grigor Dimitrov. The Sun tabloid re...More >>

Local comedian Andy Bumatai needs your support in his fight against cancer. Andy's friends have started a GoFundMe page to help off-set the cost of treatment. They've already raised almost $8K in 4 days, their goal is to raise 50-thousand dollars. You can help by going to gofundme.com/bumatai. Joe Manganiello was sidelined over the last few days because of appendicitis and a surgery that was extremely serious. TMZ reports Joe went into the hospital lat...More >>

Local comedian Andy Bumatai needs your support in his fight against cancer. Andy's friends have started a GoFundMe page to help off-set the cost of treatment. They've already raised almost $8K in 4 days, their goal is to raise 50-thousand dollars. You can help by going to gofundme.com/bumatai. Joe Manganiello was sidelined over the last few days because of appendicitis and a surgery that was extremely serious. TMZ reports Joe went into the hospital lat...More >>

There are a bunch of Hawaii entertainers that have been on the road. Hawaiian musician Kuana Torres Kahele was near Tokyo in Japan. He posted a photo on Facebook with the caption: " Aloha Saitama!!! We're gonna have some fun tonight. Nagoya, you're next!!!" From Japan Kuana is headed for Stuttgart...

There are a bunch of Hawaii entertainers that have been on the road. Hawaiian musician Kuana Torres Kahele was near Tokyo in Japan. He posted a photo on Facebook with the caption: " Aloha Saitama!!! We're gonna have some fun tonight. Nagoya, you're next!!!" From Japan Kuana is headed for Stuttgart...

Before we get to entertainment news, let's update you on one of the stories we've been following: Earthquake overnight in Japan; 45 people have been injured. The magnitude 6-point-2 quake caused at least 19 homes to collapse. The epicenter was on the southern island of Kyushu. It struck at about 9:25 p.m. in Japan, that's 2:25 a.m. Hawaii time. Those have been disrupting rescue operations. It's also been dark, hampering the ability to assess the dam...More >>

Before we get to entertainment news, let's update you on one of the stories we've been following: Earthquake overnight in Japan; 45 people have been injured. The magnitude 6-point-2 quake caused at least 19 homes to collapse. The epicenter was on the southern island of Kyushu. It struck at about 9:25 p.m. in Japan, that's 2:25 a.m. Hawaii time. Those have been disrupting rescue operations. It's also been dark, hampering the ability to assess the dam...More >>

It's perfect if you have a sweet tooth. Bishop Museum has a new exhibit call 'Sweet: A Tasty Journey' and it features the history of some of your favorite candies, the jingles you may remember from your childhood, as well as some history from the sugar plantation days here in Hawaii. For more information...

It's perfect if you have a sweet tooth. Bishop Museum has a new exhibit call 'Sweet: A Tasty Journey' and it features the history of some of your favorite candies, the jingles you may remember from your childhood, as well as some history from the sugar plantation days here in Hawaii. For more information...

The new trailer for "Rogue One"...the first spin-off of the "Star Wars" movies....is out. The story is about the Rebel team that takes down the Empire's Death Star battlestation. It stars Felicity Jones, Forest Whitaker, and Hong Kong action star and martial artist Donnie Yen. "Rogue One" hits theaters December 16. Hawaiian music group Hapa is on the road....for their winter-spring tour. They posted this photo on facebook from Edm...More >>

The new trailer for "Rogue One"...the first spin-off of the "Star Wars" movies....is out. The story is about the Rebel team that takes down the Empire's Death Star battlestation. It stars Felicity Jones, Forest Whitaker, and Hong Kong action star and martial artist Donnie Yen. "Rogue One" hits theaters December 16. Hawaiian music group Hapa is on the road....for their winter-spring tour. They posted this photo on facebook from Edm...More >>

A judge rules Porsche is not responsible for the fatal crash that killed actor Paul Walker. The widow of a man driving the car sued the automaker. She claimed her husband Roger Rodas died because the Porsche Carrera GT he was driving lacked several key safety features....and that the suspension failed. The judges says there was no evidence to prove those claims. Game of Thrones is getting its own recap after-show. Titled "After the Thrones," the show...More >>

A judge rules Porsche is not responsible for the fatal crash that killed actor Paul Walker. The widow of a man driving the car sued the automaker. She claimed her husband Roger Rodas died because the Porsche Carrera GT he was driving lacked several key safety features....and that the suspension failed. The judges says there was no evidence to prove those claims. Game of Thrones is getting its own recap after-show. Titled "After the Thrones," the show...More >>

Beautiful unmistakeable baritone voice, it would have been Alfred Apaka?s 97th Birthday this past Saturday. Jeffrey Apaka posted his dad?s album over the weekend and we have some video. Alfred Apaka performed with big band?s and his own band from before WWII and afterwards. He would perform on Bob Hopes shows, Bing Crosby?s TV and radio and The Ed Sullivan Show. Henry Kaiser who would build Hawaii Kai and the Hilton Hawaiian Village, built the Tapa Showroom exc...More >>

Beautiful unmistakeable baritone voice, it would have been Alfred Apaka?s 97th Birthday this past Saturday. Jeffrey Apaka posted his dad?s album over the weekend and we have some video. Alfred Apaka performed with big band?s and his own band from before WWII and afterwards. He would perform on Bob Hopes shows, Bing Crosby?s TV and radio and The Ed Sullivan Show. Henry Kaiser who would build Hawaii Kai and the Hilton Hawaiian Village, built the Tapa Showroom exc...More >>

Kuana Torres Kahele is getting ready for the Merrie Monarch Festival. He posted this video on Facebook two days ago with the caption "Sunday afternoon rehearsal for this year's Merrie Monarch hula festival." The Merrie Monarch Festival is next week and will be broadcast on K5 The Home Team and will be streamed live. For you fans....2016 Merrie Monarch fans have arrived for our booth at the civic. We ordered 10,000 this year so everyone can be a fan. We st...More >>

Kuana Torres Kahele is getting ready for the Merrie Monarch Festival. He posted this video on Facebook two days ago with the caption "Sunday afternoon rehearsal for this year's Merrie Monarch hula festival." The Merrie Monarch Festival is next week and will be broadcast on K5 The Home Team and will be streamed live. For you fans....2016 Merrie Monarch fans have arrived for our booth at the civic. We ordered 10,000 this year so everyone can be a fan. We st...More >>

Lifetime Achievement Award Winner and Hawaii Recording Artist Cyril Pahinui remains hospitalized this morning at Queen's Medical Center. Cyril's right lung has collapsed and the lining filled with fluids due to conditions connected to serving in the military during the Vietnam war, according to family members. Cyril was admitted to the hospital and after what his Facebook page calls "pretty aggressive medical proceducres to hopefully resolve the condition; after consultatio...More >>

Lifetime Achievement Award Winner and Hawaii Recording Artist Cyril Pahinui remains hospitalized this morning at Queen's Medical Center. Cyril's right lung has collapsed and the lining filled with fluids due to conditions connected to serving in the military during the Vietnam war, according to family members. Cyril was admitted to the hospital and after what his Facebook page calls "pretty aggressive medical proceducres to hopefully resolve the condition; after consultatio...More >>

Game of Thrones star Peter Dinklage will host Saturday Night Live April 2, which will feature musical guest Gwen Stefani. Seattle Seahawks Quarterback Russell Wilson and his long-time girlfriend made a special announcement on social media. Ciara posted the video yesterday on Instagram. Wilson proposed last week while the two were vacationing in the Seychelle islands. The location was previously misidentified as Hawaii. The two have been a couple for two years...

Game of Thrones star Peter Dinklage will host Saturday Night Live April 2, which will feature musical guest Gwen Stefani. Seattle Seahawks Quarterback Russell Wilson and his long-time girlfriend made a special announcement on social media. Ciara posted the video yesterday on Instagram. Wilson proposed last week while the two were vacationing in the Seychelle islands. The location was previously misidentified as Hawaii. The two have been a couple for two years...

"The prequel to OscarsSoWhite is HollywoodSoWhite," said Stacy L. Smith, a USC professor in an interview. "We don't have a diversity problem. We have an inclusion crisis." Smith is one of the authors in a new study that finds the films and tv shows produced by major media companies "whitewashed" and that an "epidemic of invisibility" runs top to bottom through the industry for women, minorities and LGBT people. Behind the camera, the disc... More >>

"The prequel to OscarsSoWhite is HollywoodSoWhite," said Stacy L. Smith, a USC professor in an interview. "We don't have a diversity problem. We have an inclusion crisis." Smith is one of the authors in a new study that finds the films and tv shows produced by major media companies "whitewashed" and that an "epidemic of invisibility" runs top to bottom through the industry for women, minorities and LGBT people. Behind the camera, the disc...

Next Week Thursday, "Saving My Tomorrow" Episode 5 will air. It's a very cool show focusing on kids and the environment. It'll feature Aidan Laprete Powell singing the song he wrote for the episode, "Back To Where We Came From." This was actually shot over a year and a half ago by Vince Keala Lucero. It's finally airing! Aidan re-recorded the song for his album, "Echoes." A sequel to natural disaster movie San Andreas is in the works. The Rock will ...More >>

Next Week Thursday, "Saving My Tomorrow" Episode 5 will air. It's a very cool show focusing on kids and the environment. It'll feature Aidan Laprete Powell singing the song he wrote for the episode, "Back To Where We Came From." This was actually shot over a year and a half ago by Vince Keala Lucero. It's finally airing! Aidan re-recorded the song for his album, "Echoes." A sequel to natural disaster movie San Andreas is in the works. The Rock will ...More >>

Remember we showed you yesterday Sir Paul McCartney and his crew being denied entry to a Grammys after-party in downtown Los Angeles . The 18-time Grammy winner was caught by TMZ cameras trying to enter a club when security turned away Paul and his friends — including musician Beck. The party was supposedly hosted by rapper "Tyga." But Tyga told Jimmy Kimmel a different story. (Watch the video above!) Tyga says he was paid to perform at the... More >>

Remember we showed you yesterday Sir Paul McCartney and his crew being denied entry to a Grammys after-party in downtown Los Angeles . The 18-time Grammy winner was caught by TMZ cameras trying to enter a club when security turned away Paul and his friends — including musician Beck. The party was supposedly hosted by rapper "Tyga." But Tyga told Jimmy Kimmel a different story. (Watch the video above!) Tyga says he was paid to perform at the...

We could see a sell-out crowd of 10-thousand 300 ... at the Stan Sheriff Center on Saturday for the Rainbow Warrior game against Long Beach State. It would be the first sell-out in nearly 12 years. This past Saturday, more than 81-hundred showed up to watch UH beat UC Davis. The team's 16 and 2 start ... is the best since the Fab 5 era ... back in the 70s. The Star Advertiser reports that there hasn't been a sell-out at the Stan Sherif Center since March 2004 ... More >>

We could see a sell-out crowd of 10-thousand 300 ... at the Stan Sheriff Center on Saturday for the Rainbow Warrior game against Long Beach State. It would be the first sell-out in nearly 12 years. This past Saturday, more than 81-hundred showed up to watch UH beat UC Davis. The team's 16 and 2 start ... is the best since the Fab 5 era ... back in the 70s. The Star Advertiser reports that there hasn't been a sell-out at the Stan Sherif Center since March 2004 ...

Grammy award winning artist Kenny G has been a staple in the jazz music scene for over 20 years. He recently brought his signature sound to the shores of Hawaii to help celebrate the grand opening of the Blue Note Jazz Club in Hawaii. Billy V had a chance to catch up with the legendary saxophonist...

Grammy award winning artist Kenny G has been a staple in the jazz music scene for over 20 years. He recently brought his signature sound to the shores of Hawaii to help celebrate the grand opening of the Blue Note Jazz Club in Hawaii. Billy V had a chance to catch up with the legendary saxophonist...

Sunday's AFC Championship game between the New England Patriots and Denver Broncos football game on CBS was the second most-watched AFC title game on any network in 39 years. The game drew 53.3 million viewers, putting it behind only the New York Jets and the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2011, which had 54.9 million viewers. The game also became the highest-rated and most-watched television program since last year's Super Bowl. FOX's NFC championship game between the Arizona... More >>

Sunday's AFC Championship game between the New England Patriots and Denver Broncos football game on CBS was the second most-watched AFC title game on any network in 39 years. The game drew 53.3 million viewers, putting it behind only the New York Jets and the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2011, which had 54.9 million viewers. The game also became the highest-rated and most-watched television program since last year's Super Bowl. FOX's NFC championship game between the Arizona...

Henry Kapono shared this video on Facebook from Keola Beamer. It's Henry and Keola Beamer performing 'Honolulu City Lights'. Keola's caption read "Henry Kapono and I are enjoying our time together. It feels great to run our fingers through those great songs of the Hawaiian renaissance." Ronda Rousey officially congratulated Holy Holm. It came during Rousey's opening monologue on "Saturday Night Live" this weekend. She said "This is... More >>

Henry Kapono shared this video on Facebook from Keola Beamer. It's Henry and Keola Beamer performing 'Honolulu City Lights'. Keola's caption read "Henry Kapono and I are enjoying our time together. It feels great to run our fingers through those great songs of the Hawaiian renaissance." Ronda Rousey officially congratulated Holy Holm. It came during Rousey's opening monologue on "Saturday Night Live" this weekend. She said "This is...

What celebrities shared on social media after hearing of the death of Eagles guitarist Glenn Frey on Monday: Steve Martin: "My friend from the early days, and important member of Eagles, has died. We loved you, Glenn Frey." Paul Stanley: "SHOCKED to report the death of GLENN FREY. Eagle & brilliant songwriter. We shared some memories at RRHOF (Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame) . Shocked…" Huey Lewis: "Glenn Frey. I'm shock... More >>

What celebrities shared on social media after hearing of the death of Eagles guitarist Glenn Frey on Monday: Steve Martin: "My friend from the early days, and important member of Eagles, has died. We loved you, Glenn Frey." Paul Stanley: "SHOCKED to report the death of GLENN FREY. Eagle & brilliant songwriter. We shared some memories at RRHOF (Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame) . Shocked…" Huey Lewis: "Glenn Frey. I'm shock...

Oscar Nominations came out early this morning. "The Revenant" picked up best picture, best actor for Leonardo DiCaprio and best director nods. "The Revenant drew 12 nominations in total which was the most of any film. 'Mad Max: Fury Road' also picked up those same nominations of best picture and best director nods; they got 10 nominations in all, but a lot of those were in the technical areas. "The Martian" got 7 nominations... More >>

Oscar Nominations came out early this morning. "The Revenant" picked up best picture, best actor for Leonardo DiCaprio and best director nods. "The Revenant drew 12 nominations in total which was the most of any film. 'Mad Max: Fury Road' also picked up those same nominations of best picture and best director nods; they got 10 nominations in all, but a lot of those were in the technical areas. "The Martian" got 7 nominations...

We want to take a look back at some of the topics that were trending this year. Remember the White and Gold Dress? Or was it Black and Blue? Lots were debating and the entire internet blew up over that. But science had the explanation. It comes down the way the human eyes have evolved to view colour. How about when Kim Kardashian broke the internet. This is the only photo we can show you with her clothes on. But it was Katy Perry's Super Bowl sidek...More >>

We want to take a look back at some of the topics that were trending this year. Remember the White and Gold Dress? Or was it Black and Blue? Lots were debating and the entire internet blew up over that. But science had the explanation. It comes down the way the human eyes have evolved to view colour. How about when Kim Kardashian broke the internet. This is the only photo we can show you with her clothes on. But it was Katy Perry's Super Bowl sidek...More >>

Former "Glee" Star -- Mark Salling was arrested in his Los Angeles-area home on suspicion of possessing child pornography. Neither Salling or his representatives have commented on the arrest. Salling played "Puck" on the musical show throughout the show's six-season run from 2009 to 2015. Wrestle Mania fans... get ready. The Rock is making a comeback to the W-W-E Stage. Dwayne the Rock Johnson announced on Instagram -- he's getting ready to... More >>

Former "Glee" Star -- Mark Salling was arrested in his Los Angeles-area home on suspicion of possessing child pornography. Neither Salling or his representatives have commented on the arrest. Salling played "Puck" on the musical show throughout the show's six-season run from 2009 to 2015. Wrestle Mania fans... get ready. The Rock is making a comeback to the W-W-E Stage. Dwayne the Rock Johnson announced on Instagram -- he's getting ready to...

Willie K. popped into Kanile'a 'Ukulele to share some Christmas cheer on us!! The store posted this video on December 23rd....with the caption: "After all the hugs and honis and talk story, he just couldn't help himself: he grabbed an Islander GL6 off the wall and made Frosty sweat!! LOL! Merry Christmas to you and yours!" David Kawika Gacilos... an English & ukulele teacher at Shippo Elementary in Japan.....sent Christmas wishes to family & friends at home. Y... More >>

Willie K. popped into Kanile'a 'Ukulele to share some Christmas cheer on us!! The store posted this video on December 23rd....with the caption: "After all the hugs and honis and talk story, he just couldn't help himself: he grabbed an Islander GL6 off the wall and made Frosty sweat!! LOL! Merry Christmas to you and yours!" David Kawika Gacilos... an English & ukulele teacher at Shippo Elementary in Japan.....sent Christmas wishes to family & friends at home. Y...

A Christmas gift from the Beatles to you; you can now stream the iconic group's songs on music services like Spotify and Apple. We first told you about this yesterday here on Sunrise. The music became available just after midnight. More than 220 songs from the Beatles' 13 albums are now online. We give you details on 3 of the 6 new movies coming out this weekend; however I am expecting that "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" will continue to be the most seen movie of...More >>

A Christmas gift from the Beatles to you; you can now stream the iconic group's songs on music services like Spotify and Apple. We first told you about this yesterday here on Sunrise. The music became available just after midnight. More than 220 songs from the Beatles' 13 albums are now online. We give you details on 3 of the 6 new movies coming out this weekend; however I am expecting that "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" will continue to be the most seen movie of...More >>

The Critics' Choice Awards have added Star Wars: The Force Awakens as an 11th best-picture nominee. After announcing their nominees last week, the group's board of directors reconvened to add J.J. Abrams' Star Wars sequel to their best picture category. Its members hadn't been able to see The Force Awakens before sending in their ballots. A copy of the new Quentin Tarantino movie The Hateful Eight that leaked online earlier this week has been linked to a top Hollywood film executive... More >>

The Critics' Choice Awards have added Star Wars: The Force Awakens as an 11th best-picture nominee. After announcing their nominees last week, the group's board of directors reconvened to add J.J. Abrams' Star Wars sequel to their best picture category. Its members hadn't been able to see The Force Awakens before sending in their ballots. A copy of the new Quentin Tarantino movie The Hateful Eight that leaked online earlier this week has been linked to a top Hollywood film executive...

Orlando Bloom was deported from India for having the wrong visa. He was scheduled be there to promote tourism in the country. The following day, after the intervention of India's External Affairs Minister, he was eventually granted a legal visa. This is video of him visiting the Taj Mahal. Actor Nicolas Cage has agreed to turn over a rare stolen dinosaur skull...similar to this one from a Tyrannosaurus bataar. The Oscar winner reportedly bought it for 276-thou...

Orlando Bloom was deported from India for having the wrong visa. He was scheduled be there to promote tourism in the country. The following day, after the intervention of India's External Affairs Minister, he was eventually granted a legal visa. This is video of him visiting the Taj Mahal. Actor Nicolas Cage has agreed to turn over a rare stolen dinosaur skull...similar to this one from a Tyrannosaurus bataar. The Oscar winner reportedly bought it for 276-thou...

In the aftermath of Sunday's shocking Miss Universe finale, Colombians were at a loss to explain the mistake. Newscasts in the country devoted almost 20 minutes to dissecting every detail of the pageant's confusing end - from the tweets by a member of the jury celebrating Gutierrez's win to a front-row audience member's alleged slipping of a cue card to Harvey. Many Colombians believe it was a scripted ending to rob their country of its rightful crown and produce higher TV ratings... More >>

In the aftermath of Sunday's shocking Miss Universe finale, Colombians were at a loss to explain the mistake. Newscasts in the country devoted almost 20 minutes to dissecting every detail of the pageant's confusing end - from the tweets by a member of the jury celebrating Gutierrez's win to a front-row audience member's alleged slipping of a cue card to Harvey. Many Colombians believe it was a scripted ending to rob their country of its rightful crown and produce higher TV ratings...

Carol Burnett has spent 55 years in entertainment and she continues to lend her presence to the small screen. 'Aunt Deb' (played by Carol Burnett) makes her Thanksgiving return to Steve McGarrett and the crew from Hawaii Five-0, but it will be an emotional return.We talked to Carol Burnett and Hawaii Five-0 stars Alex O'Loughlin (who plays Steve McGarrett) and Taryn Manning (who plays his younger sister Mary Ann) both spoke glowingly about the award winning, legendary actress.We ...More >>

Carol Burnett has spent 55 years in entertainment and she continues to lend her presence to the small screen. 'Aunt Deb' (played by Carol Burnett) makes her Thanksgiving return to Steve McGarrett and the crew from Hawaii Five-0, but it will be an emotional return.We talked to Carol Burnett and Hawaii Five-0 stars Alex O'Loughlin (who plays Steve McGarrett) and Taryn Manning (who plays his younger sister Mary Ann) both spoke glowingly about the award winning, legendary actress.We ...More >>

The Wiz Live! is an upcoming television special scheduled to air live on NBC on December 3, 2015. The special will star performers Queen Latifah in the role of the Wiz, Mary J. Blige as Evillene, the Wicked Witch of the West, Uzo Aduba as Glinda the Good Witch, David Alan Grier as the Cowardly Lion, Ne-Yo as the Tin Man, Elijah Kelley as the ScarecrowWe talked to Uzo Aduba about this being like home for her since she has part of her beginnings in entertainment in theatre. U...More >>

The Wiz Live! is an upcoming television special scheduled to air live on NBC on December 3, 2015. The special will star performers Queen Latifah in the role of the Wiz, Mary J. Blige as Evillene, the Wicked Witch of the West, Uzo Aduba as Glinda the Good Witch, David Alan Grier as the Cowardly Lion, Ne-Yo as the Tin Man, Elijah Kelley as the ScarecrowWe talked to Uzo Aduba about this being like home for her since she has part of her beginnings in entertainment in theatre. U...More >>

We talked with Kahu Wendell Silva about his new book called "Na Ho'ailona Hanau - Hawaiian Birth Signs"!You can learn about Hawaiian mysticism and the secrets of the ancient kahuna kilo hoku stargazer, seer) interpreter of the cosmic signs, who used the laws of heaven and earth, an individual's birth date and other sacred divination tools to forecast a person's life path. For the first time, the astral mysteries are revealed for all 12 months of the ancient Hawaiian lunar cal...More >>

We talked with Kahu Wendell Silva about his new book called "Na Ho'ailona Hanau - Hawaiian Birth Signs"!You can learn about Hawaiian mysticism and the secrets of the ancient kahuna kilo hoku stargazer, seer) interpreter of the cosmic signs, who used the laws of heaven and earth, an individual's birth date and other sacred divination tools to forecast a person's life path. For the first time, the astral mysteries are revealed for all 12 months of the ancient Hawaiian lunar cal...

The cowboys were out at Hawaii Theatre last weekend for 'Makana and Friends Concert: A tribute to Sonny Chillingworth.' Makana posted this image on facebook. The caption reads "So many good memories, photos and laughs to share from last weekend's Hawai'i Theatre concert.. but in the meanwhile, this is me and the (cow)boys backstage gittin' ready."Barry Flanagan from Hapa posted this adorable video on Facebook. The caption read 'Gotta start em young #titanAma...More >>

The cowboys were out at Hawaii Theatre last weekend for 'Makana and Friends Concert: A tribute to Sonny Chillingworth.' Makana posted this image on facebook. The caption reads "So many good memories, photos and laughs to share from last weekend's Hawai'i Theatre concert.. but in the meanwhile, this is me and the (cow)boys backstage gittin' ready."Barry Flanagan from Hapa posted this adorable video on Facebook. The caption read 'Gotta start em young #titanAma...More >>

Benson Lee is an award-winning Korean-American filmmaker who has worked in drama, documentary, and commercial production for over 15 years. Lee went to UH Manoa and is a former HI resident. Benson Lee is being honored as part of the 'New American Filmmakers' program presented by the Vilcek Foundation. The mission of New American Filmmakers program is to highlight the contributions of gifted immigrant filmmakers to contemporary American cinemaLee's most recent feature f...More >>

Benson Lee is an award-winning Korean-American filmmaker who has worked in drama, documentary, and commercial production for over 15 years. Lee went to UH Manoa and is a former HI resident. Benson Lee is being honored as part of the 'New American Filmmakers' program presented by the Vilcek Foundation. The mission of New American Filmmakers program is to highlight the contributions of gifted immigrant filmmakers to contemporary American cinemaLee's most recent feature f...More >>

Sales at Walmart for legendary singer Patti Lebelle's sweet potato pie were lackluster...until this guy posted a video on You Tube.That's singer James Wright breaking into song after tasting her pie. He posted the video last week. The video has racked up over 8.5 million views, and since it was posted Wal-Mart hasn't been able to keep up with the demand for Patti's pies. News for Hawaii Five-O fans and fans of Kuana Torres Kahele; The musciain poste...More >>

Sales at Walmart for legendary singer Patti Lebelle's sweet potato pie were lackluster...until this guy posted a video on You Tube.That's singer James Wright breaking into song after tasting her pie. He posted the video last week. The video has racked up over 8.5 million views, and since it was posted Wal-Mart hasn't been able to keep up with the demand for Patti's pies. News for Hawaii Five-O fans and fans of Kuana Torres Kahele; The musciain poste...More >>

British heartthrob David Beckham has been named people magazine's 'Sexiest Man Alive' this year. The 40-year-old former soccer and father of four calls it a "huge honor." But says he's not sure that he is deserving of the title--and doesn't think of himself as sexy. Beckham takes the crown from actor Chris Hemsworth, last year's winner.This morning, People Magazine has an informative article called "the david Beckham guide to taking your shirt off.".

British heartthrob David Beckham has been named people magazine's 'Sexiest Man Alive' this year. The 40-year-old former soccer and father of four calls it a "huge honor." But says he's not sure that he is deserving of the title--and doesn't think of himself as sexy. Beckham takes the crown from actor Chris Hemsworth, last year's winner.This morning, People Magazine has an informative article called "the david beckham guide to taking your shirt off."

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has revealed a secret battle with depression. Johnson says, "I found that with depression one of the most important things you could realize is that you're not alone." At age 23, Johnson was rejected by the NFL and he was cut from the CFL after two months. This is part of what made him start to feel depressed. Johnson did get a call to play football, but Johnson turned it down and decided to be a pro-wrestler instead.James ...More >>

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has revealed a secret battle with depression. Johnson says, "I found that with depression one of the most important things you could realize is that you're not alone." At age 23, Johnson was rejected by the NFL and he was cut from the CFL after two months. This is part of what made him start to feel depressed. Johnson did get a call to play football, but Johnson turned it down and decided to be a pro-wrestler instead.James ...More >>

Janet Jackson's back in Hawaii! The singer rocked the Blaisdell last night. It was the first of 3 sold-out shows. The last time the pop star performed in Hawaii was 13 years ago at Aloha Stadium. Big news from local boy Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and his ohana. The Hollywood actor and his girlfriend Lauren Hashian are expecting a baby girl!He posted this picture on Instagram -- with his hand on her baby bump. He said, "I was raised by and liv...More >>

Janet Jackson's back in Hawaii! The singer rocked the Blaisdell last night. It was the first of 3 sold-out shows. The last time the pop star performed in Hawaii was 13 years ago at Aloha Stadium. Big news from local boy Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and his ohana. The Hollywood actor and his girlfriend Lauren Hashian are expecting a baby girl!He posted this picture on Instagram -- with his hand on her baby bump. He said, "I was raised by and liv...More >>

A terminally ill "Star Wars" fan who got a special early screening of the new film has died. Daniel Fleetwood's wife and supporters asked Disney to help fulfill daniel's dying wish....to see "star Wars: The Force Awakens". Daniel's wife ashley posted this message on her facebook page: "Daniel put up an amazing fight to the very end. He is now one with god and with the force."Daniel Fleetwood was 32 years old.Janet Jackson hits the stage...More >>

A terminally ill "Star Wars" fan who got a special early screening of the new film has died. Daniel Fleetwood's wife and supporters asked Disney to help fulfill daniel's dying wish....to see "star Wars: The Force Awakens". Daniel's wife ashley posted this message on her facebook page: "Daniel put up an amazing fight to the very end. He is now one with god and with the force."Daniel Fleetwood was 32 years old.Janet Jackson hits the stage...More >>

Donald Trump hosted "Saturday Night Live" this weekend, and the critics were mostly bored. The material wasn't great, and Trump isn't much of a comedian or actor, so it was bound to underwhelm.The most interesting moment occurred at the beginning of the show. Earlier in the week, a Latino advocacy group called Deport Racism offered $5,000 to anyone in the audience who called Trump a RACIST during his monologue. So while Trump was talking Larry David yelled ou...More >>

Donald Trump hosted "Saturday Night Live" this weekend, and the critics were mostly bored. The material wasn't great, and Trump isn't much of a comedian or actor, so it was bound to underwhelm.The most interesting moment occurred at the beginning of the show. Earlier in the week, a Latino advocacy group called Deport Racism offered $5,000 to anyone in the audience who called Trump a RACIST during his monologue. So while Trump was talking Larry David yelled ou...More >>

Picture from last nights Reyn Spooner/Make-a-Wish Foundation fundraiser at Mariposa at Neiman Marcus; Barry Flanagan and Kapono Na'ili'ili from Hapa, Guy and Tracy from Poi Planet, Jon Yamasato and Herb Ohta Jr. and Hawaii filmmaker producer/director Keo Woolford.Speaking of Hapa, they are back home after wrapping up a 2 week East Coast/West Coast tour by having a sell out show at Waimea's Kahilu theatre; they had a huge group on stage in Los Angeles that included members of Academy of...More >>

Picture from last nights Reyn Spooner/Make-a-Wish Foundation fundraiser at Mariposa at Neiman Marcus; Barry Flanagan and Kapono Na'ili'ili from Hapa, Guy and Tracy from Poi Planet, Jon Yamasato and Herb Ohta Jr. and Hawaii filmmaker producer/director Keo Woolford.Speaking of Hapa, they are back home after wrapping up a 2 week East Coast/West Coast tour by having a sell out show at Waimea's Kahilu theatre; they had a huge group on stage in Los Angeles that included members of Academy of...More >>

Serena Williams is one of the greatest athletes of all time. But did you know she also moonlights as a superhero? On her Facebook page, Serena shared the story that while at a Chinese restaurant with her pal her spidey senses began to tingle, as a man was sitting way too close. When the man snatched her cellphone she chased the man down. Serena notes that all those sprinting exercises came in handy as she leapt over chairs and dashed after the man. She asked hi...More >>

Serena Williams is one of the greatest athletes of all time. But did you know she also moonlights as a superhero? On her Facebook page, Serena shared the story that while at a Chinese restaurant with her pal her spidey senses began to tingle, as a man was sitting way too close. When the man snatched her cellphone she chased the man down. Serena notes that all those sprinting exercises came in handy as she leapt over chairs and dashed after the man. She asked hi...More >>

A change on when ticket sales will start for next spring's Merrie Monarch Festival. The tickets are going on sale 24 days earlier than usual.Starting December first, you can mail your request for seats. And for the first time; there are different prices for different areas in the stadium.From 5 to 40 dollars. You'll find the ticket request form..and where to send it...at Merriemonarch.comSpeaking of Merrie Monarch Festival, we earlier had Halau Na Pualei O Likolehua h...More >>

A change on when ticket sales will start for next spring's Merrie Monarch Festival. The tickets are going on sale 24 days earlier than usual.Starting December first, you can mail your request for seats. And for the first time; there are different prices for different areas in the stadium.From 5 to 40 dollars. You'll find the ticket request form..and where to send it...at Merriemonarch.comSpeaking of Merrie Monarch Festival, we earlier had Halau Na Pualei O Likolehua h...More >>